For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 252 students in 56044, MN.
The top-ranked public high school in 56044, MN is Minnesota New Country School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 56044 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Minnesota public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 56044, MN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 56044 have a Graduation Rate of 58%, which is less than the Minnesota average of 83%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Minnesota New Country School, with 60-69% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Minnesota or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public high school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 56044, MN Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Minnesota New Country School
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
210 Main St
Henderson, MN 56044
(507) 248-3353
Henderson, MN 56044
(507) 248-3353
Gr: 7-12 | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: n/an/a
Hilltop Alp
Alternative School
700 South Street
Henderson, MN 56044
(507) 665-5900
Henderson, MN 56044
(507) 665-5900
Gr: 9-12 | 18 students Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 56044, MN?
The top-ranked public high schools in 56044, MN include Minnesota New Country School.
How many public high schools are located in 56044?
3 public high schools are located in 56044.
What is the racial composition of students in 56044?
56044 public high schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Minnesota public high schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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